The Course in Positive Philosophy by Auguste Comte
  • 1. What term did Comte use to describe his philosophy?
A) Rationalism
B) Empiricism
C) Positivism
D) Idealism
  • 2. In Comte's hierarchy of sciences, which science is considered the most fundamental?
A) Biology
B) Mathematics
C) Physics
D) Sociology
  • 3. Comte proposed that society progresses through how many stages?
A) Three stages
B) Four stages
C) Two stages
D) Five stages
  • 4. Comte is often credited with founding which field of study?
A) Anthropology
B) Sociology
C) Psychology
D) Political Science
  • 5. The second stage in Comte's philosophy is known as what?
A) Theoretical stage
B) Metaphysical stage
C) Philosophical stage
D) Theological stage
  • 6. What was Comte's view on the role of science in society?
A) Not important
B) Dangerous
C) Essential for progress
D) Indifferent
  • 7. What is the first stage in Comte's law of three stages?
A) Theological stage
B) Scientific stage
C) Metaphysical stage
D) Positive stage
  • 8. Auguste Comte's 'Positive Philosophy' was published in which century?
A) 17th century
B) 19th century
C) 18th century
D) 20th century
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